Could easing tariffs help curb inflation? Supply chain expert weighs in
Products shipped into the U.S. from China every year cost the consumer more because of the tax to send them. ASU professor says if President Joe Biden eases tariffs on China it could make a noticeable difference.
ASU professor weighs in on fireworks supply chain issues as Valley cities pivot, cancel shows
Arizona’s Family spoke with an ASU supply chain expert, who estimates Americans will spend $2.5 billion on Independence Day celebrations this year.
Paying more but getting less at the grocery store. Welcome to Shrinkflation.
U.S. consumers are spending an equal amount or more money for their chosen brands but are receiving a smaller portion in return.
Are we running into a freight recession?
Rumors of the death of the freight market have been greatly overstated, but we may run into a slowdown, according to an ASU supply chain expert.
'Shrinkflation' accelerates globally as manufacturers quietly shrink package sizes
From sports drinks to tissue and snack items, manufacturers are shrinking package sizes without lowering prices or letting customers know. It's known as "shrinkflation," and it's happening more around the world as supply chain issues continue.
How sustainability and profitability coexist in a small-business supply chain
When businesses challenge old business models and evaluate them against their effectiveness in solving new-world problems, they will realize greater profitability and potentially new revenue streams. Here are four fundamental shifts in the business model to make sustainability stick.
Grocery costs are seeing historic highs, what's driving the prices higher?
Most of the inflation we're seeing is because of supply chain issues, according to an ASU supply chain expert. Additionally, taxes, the Ukraine-Russia war, labor shortages, and the high cost of fuel are making matters worse.
Valley families still left scrambling to find baby formula
An ASU supply chain expert explains there are four players that control close to 90% of the baby formula market. If any of them have a recall or other issue, 40% of the market gets affected. Until the shortage is resolved, he recommends not hoarding.
Supply chains: Why sustainability is the best form of risk management
An ASU supply chain expert talks to GARP about how managing the sustainability of your supply chain is the best approach to risk management.
The overlooked factor that’s keeping supply chains screwy
There is no single thing to blame for global supply chain issues. The COVID-19 pandemic, labor shortages, and lack of shipping materials are a few challenges that have been slowing products and services from supplier to customer over the past two years.